Job Description
Benefits
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Profit sharing
RRSP Contribution
Full job description
Who we are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.
A career in Assurance with Doane Grant Thornton will provide you an opportunity to:
Work with a team of professionals who assist businesses in specific industry sectors with a wide range of accounting, regulatory and advisory services
Be part of a unique work culture that challenges you to further your professional development and enlarge your chosen career path
Be part of a fast-growing environment with engaged professionals who are respected in their fields
Develop solutions with clients and co-workers through collaborative debate and discussion
Be engaged with clients on a variety of local and national projects
We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented team-player to join us. You are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients and helping us build our reputation as the preferred business advisors in our marketplace. You have a proven ability to execute on deliverables in a deadline-driven environment and thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and complex setting.
Key attributes include a strong sense of urgency, a quick learning ability, and a self-starting attitude that exudes a “can do” mentality. You should possess a good understanding of team dynamics and cohesion. Additionally, a desire to learn and grow, and to be an integral part of a high-performing team, is essential.
As a Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group your responsibilities will include:
Working closely with clients and providing exceptional client service
Providing solutions to our clients on current business and financial issues
Planning, preparation and execution of financial statements for review engagements and compilations with appropriate note disclosures
Planning and preparation of working paper files for review engagements and compilations
Preparation and filing of personal and corporate tax returns
Providing mentorship and training to junior team members
Doane Grant Thornton
If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!
Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
Possession of a University Degree or Diploma with a concentration in Accounting
Minimum 3 years of experience in public practice, in accounting and for small to medium-sized owner-managed businesses
Relevant professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong commitment to excellence and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven problem solver with solid analytical skills
Strong technical experience in accounting and tax
Strong working knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to grasp new technology tools
Experience with Caseware, Taxprep and QuickBooks is an asset
At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.
What's in it for you?
Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge-like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!
At Doane Grant Thornton, we believe compensation should reflect more than just market data—it should reflect you. We’re serious about compensation. We benchmark regularly across a wide spectrum of roles, industries, sectors, and levels to ensure our ranges are both competitive and current. But we don’t stop there. We also consider the unique strengths, experiences, and impact each individual brings to the table. Our salary ranges are reviewed annually, and where you land within the range depends on a mix of factors—your background, your skills, and how your contributions align with internal equity. To help start the conversation, the current salary range for this role is $53,800–$74,050 in Midland, ON. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.
Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.
Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?
#LI-Onsite
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Doane Grant Thornton is committed to employment equity, human rights and respectful workplace principles throughout the life cycle of employment, including at the recruitment and hiring stages. We welcome applications from members of all equity deserving groups, including persons with disabilities, women, racialized and/or Indigenous applicants. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing careers@doane.gt.ca and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.
Pulled from the full job description
Profit sharing
RRSP Contribution
Full job description
Who we are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.
A career in Assurance with Doane Grant Thornton will provide you an opportunity to:
Work with a team of professionals who assist businesses in specific industry sectors with a wide range of accounting, regulatory and advisory services
Be part of a unique work culture that challenges you to further your professional development and enlarge your chosen career path
Be part of a fast-growing environment with engaged professionals who are respected in their fields
Develop solutions with clients and co-workers through collaborative debate and discussion
Be engaged with clients on a variety of local and national projects
We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented team-player to join us. You are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients and helping us build our reputation as the preferred business advisors in our marketplace. You have a proven ability to execute on deliverables in a deadline-driven environment and thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and complex setting.
Key attributes include a strong sense of urgency, a quick learning ability, and a self-starting attitude that exudes a “can do” mentality. You should possess a good understanding of team dynamics and cohesion. Additionally, a desire to learn and grow, and to be an integral part of a high-performing team, is essential.
As a Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group your responsibilities will include:
Working closely with clients and providing exceptional client service
Providing solutions to our clients on current business and financial issues
Planning, preparation and execution of financial statements for review engagements and compilations with appropriate note disclosures
Planning and preparation of working paper files for review engagements and compilations
Preparation and filing of personal and corporate tax returns
Providing mentorship and training to junior team members
Doane Grant Thornton
If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!
Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
Possession of a University Degree or Diploma with a concentration in Accounting
Minimum 3 years of experience in public practice, in accounting and for small to medium-sized owner-managed businesses
Relevant professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong commitment to excellence and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven problem solver with solid analytical skills
Strong technical experience in accounting and tax
Strong working knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to grasp new technology tools
Experience with Caseware, Taxprep and QuickBooks is an asset
At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.
What's in it for you?
Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge-like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!
At Doane Grant Thornton, we believe compensation should reflect more than just market data—it should reflect you. We’re serious about compensation. We benchmark regularly across a wide spectrum of roles, industries, sectors, and levels to ensure our ranges are both competitive and current. But we don’t stop there. We also consider the unique strengths, experiences, and impact each individual brings to the table. Our salary ranges are reviewed annually, and where you land within the range depends on a mix of factors—your background, your skills, and how your contributions align with internal equity. To help start the conversation, the current salary range for this role is $53,800–$74,050 in Midland, ON. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.
Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.
Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?
#LI-Onsite
">
Doane Grant Thornton is committed to employment equity, human rights and respectful workplace principles throughout the life cycle of employment, including at the recruitment and hiring stages. We welcome applications from members of all equity deserving groups, including persons with disabilities, women, racialized and/or Indigenous applicants. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing careers@doane.gt.ca and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Midland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
